TouchArcade Rating: Hot on the heels of its pre-installation release earlier this week, HoYoverse has unleashed the highly anticipated Genshin Impact (Free) version 5.0 update, titled "Flowers Resplendent on the Sun-Scorched Sojourn," across mobile, PC, and PlayStation platforms globally. This major update introduces Natlan, a new nation accessible to players of all levels, along with exciting new characters like Mualani, and eagerly awaited character reruns, including Raiden Shogun. The first Genshin Impact 5.0 banner showcases Mualani, Kachina, and Kaedehara Kazuha, while banner 2 features Kinich and Raiden Shogun. Explore the enhanced visuals of Genshin Impact 5.0 here and delve into the complete patch notes here. Check out the captivating new trailers below:
iOS users who pre-installed the update should experience minimal additional download time, although the game may require some time to reorganize old assets upon login. New players can join the adventure by downloading Genshin Impact for free on the App Store (iOS) here, Google Play (Android) here, or the PC version via the official website here and the Epic Games Store. iOS players with iOS 14.5 or iPadOS 14.5 and later can enjoy enhanced gameplay using PS5 and Xbox Series X|S controllers. Genshin Impact was previously featured as our Game of the Week upon its release and was crowned our 2020 Game of the Year. It also received recognition as one of the best iOS games for controller play. What are your initial thoughts on Genshin Impact 5.0?